Politics10 Dec 2003 09:14 pm
“We conclude that the [1877 decision] gives Virginia sovereign authority, free from regulation by Maryland, to build improvements appurtenant to her shore and to withdraw water from the river, subject to the constraints of federal common law” –Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist
Take that King Charles I!
December 11th, 2003 at 7:56 am
Sweet! Finally telling Maryland they are (insert expletive of choice) insane for thinking they can regulate the shoreline and water activities of Virginia in regards to the Potomac.
December 11th, 2003 at 5:20 pm
what a stupid decision. but then, what do you expect from the supreme court that gave us bush v. gore?
December 11th, 2003 at 9:47 pm
Let’s see if you still feel that way when the Queen of England cedes your back yard to West Virginia!